Thursday's Tip

As I am finally beginning to gather a few things and at least think about packing for our trip in just over a week, I was reminded of the single most important Disney vacation planning tip: be prepared for anything and everything! And, particularly, I feel it is important to be prepared for illness when you're away from home. So, as part of today's Thursday's Tip, I now share a list of walk-in clinics, hospitals, pharmacies, and discount stores (many that we have personally used) near Walt Disney World. Print the list and take it on your next trip, so that you won't be scrambling if the unexpected happens:

Miscellaneous items or Over the Counter Medications

• Wal-Mart Supercenter, 4444 West Vine Street, Kissimmee


• SuperTarget, 2155 Towne  Center Blvd., Orlando


• Publix, 2925 International Drive, Kissimmee

Walk-In Clinic/Pharmacy

• Walgreens Take Care Clinic, 12100 S. Apopka Vineland Rd, Orlando. (We had a great experience at the clinic when our youngest ran a fever the day we arrived. They are able to handle most minor illnesses, including bloodwork, cultures, etc.)

Hospital (in a true emergency, call 911 for an ambulance)

• Celebration Health Hospital,  400 Celebration Place, Kissimmee (small, but sufficient for minor emergencies)


• Osceola Regional Medical Center, 700 West Oak Street, Kissimmee

Also, it's good to note that Turner Drugs (407-828-8125) will deliver to Walt Disney World Resorts for a small fee. (Of course, you will need to see a doctor to get a prescription for any new illness, so this is really only for refilling prescriptions or for OTC meds.)